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If you ask me what is the happiest moment in my life, it must be the moment when I put on the Nuo mask and acted as a god on the stage at the entrance of the village. However, I...

In the long river of Chinese history, there exists a legendary figure who, despite his martial prowess, was compelled to don a fearsome mask due to his striking good looks. There is also an ancient dance form that, originating from...

Nuo Gods: The Mysterious Guardians of Chinese Culture Throughout China's long history, a group of mysterious figures has been protecting our ancestors. These enigmatic guardians, known as Nuo Gods, are the focus of our discussion today. Wearing peculiar masks and...

Nuo Music: Unveiling the Mysterious Ancient Art of China Nuo music, a term that may sound unfamiliar, encapsulates a mysterious and ancient history of Chinese culture. This art form is not only an ancient artistic expression but also a crystallization...

Unveiling the Mystery of Military Nuo Have you ever heard of "Military Nuo"? This seemingly unfamiliar term conceals a fascinating chapter of ancient Chinese military culture. Imagine soldiers wearing fierce masks, shouting "Hei! Hei! Hei!" in unison to thunderous drumbeats,...

Can't focus on reading? Listen to the Nuo Opera Radio! As a long-time enthusiast of Nuo culture, I've always had a special affection for Nuo music, an ancient art form. Whenever Nuo music is mentioned, **I envision dancers wearing grotesque...

Can't focus on reading? Listen to the Nuo Opera Radio! In the long river of Chinese culture, Nuo opera masks have become treasures of folk art with their unique charm and profound cultural heritage. They are not just props for...

# The Mysterious Power and Ethnic Faith of the Kai Shan Mang Jiang Nuo Opera Mask ## Introduction to Kai Shan Mang Jiang Kai Shan Mang Jiang (开山莽将), also known as the Mountain-Opening Fierce General or Mountain King, is a...

  Nuo ceremonies mark the initiation of Nuo rituals, colloquially referred to as "Kaitan" (opening the altar) by Nuo opera masters. Aside from the sacrificial elements, Nuo dance is also integrated into the process. The master of the altar first...

The Gelao people are an ethnic group with an inextricable bond with "iron." For generations, they have mined mountains, smelted ores, and forged metals, developing a "golden eye" for finding ore veins and honing their skills in ironworking. Their weapons...